We’re thrilled to welcome Eric Verikas, co-founder of both Dusty Dude Woodworks and The Bristol Bazaar (and husband to our co-host, Care Verikas! )

Eric began Dusty Dude Woodworks in 2017—turning his passion for crafting custom cornhole boards into a full-time shop that now builds tables, doors, built-ins, and more

In 2023, Eric and Care took that same visionary spirit to build The Bristol Bazaar—an 5,800 sq ft indoor makers’ marketplace in downtown Bristol. It features dozens of artisans, Yellow King Bristol (a coffee-cocktail lounge) and event space—all born from their dream to support small businesses under one roof

From side hustle to community hub, Eric’s story is the ultimate entrepreneur journey—and we can’t wait to dig in!